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On my trip to Target the other day, I did something I usually have the willpower to avoid – I took a stroll through the women’s clothing section. I’m definitely a person whose wardrobe is mixed with higher-quality timeless basics and cheaper trendier pieces. And I find that Target can be a great place to augment your closet with those inexpensive buys.

They had TONS of sweaters out – some a little on the heavy side for southern California. But the three I picked up will be perfect for our chilly mornings and evenings.

You can’t see it well in this picture, but the crocheted detail on the back is really pretty. I like how it’s mesh on the front and then has a more delicate lacy feel to the back. This is a pretty light sweater – perfect to throw on over a tank or even a long sleeved tee.

Xhilaration Juniors 3/4 Sleeve Sweater – $19.99
This is more like a poncho/cape, but it doesn’t have that boxy appearance when you put it on. It looks great with a pair of skinny jeans to balance the looser fit.

Merona Women’s Open Cardigan Sweater – $29.99
This picture doesn’t show the selling point of this sweater at all. On the back, there is a really pretty braided band that elevates it from just being a long cardigan. Also, the cut is different. You can kind of tell from the photo, but it almost has tails – it doesn’t cut straight across on the bottom. I’ll try to post a pic when I actually wear it so you can see the details better.

The great thing about these sweaters is that they all work with my favorite basic outfit – skinny jeans and riding boots! Throw one of these guys on top and you have an easy, comfortable, stylish look!

Here in Los Angeles, it’s nowhere near sweater season yet. I took a 1/2 mile walk to Starbucks this morning in shorts and a tank, and definitely got a little sweaty (tmi?). But I couldn’t help checking out Express’ sweaters when I got the email that they’re having a B1G1 50 percent off sale! It’ll cool off here eventually, right?! Here are a few I have my eye on. (Photos are linked to sweaters on Express.com.)

Skinny stripes like this can hardly ever go wrong. I also love wide necklines and slouchy fits- so cozy! AND, the short sleeves are perfect for warmer LA autumns! Another plus – it’s machine washable.

I love the metallic sheen of this one. It also comes in 4 other colors. I could see dressing this up with a black mini and a statement necklace.

Now if I still lived in Boston, this one would get a lot of wear! It just looks SOOO cozy! I can picture curling up by my parents’ fireplace in this sweater with skinny jeans and slipper socks on. 🙂 (Not sure if it’d be so functional to wear it with shorts like the model? Haha)

Cable knit sweaters are always a classic look in my book – this one just gives it a stylish twist. I love the short sleeves and the big armholes.

Do you shop at Express? What are some of your other favorite “mall stores”?I like some stuff at American Eagle. LOVE J. Crew but often can’t afford it! Forever 21 is good for cheap trendy accessories.